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Meningitis Outbreak: Voriconazole and Liposomal Amphotericin B Availability Information

  • Pfizer has ample supply of Vfend IV at their distribution center. If a hospital cannot obtain Vfend IV from their local wholesaler, they can place a drop shipment request through the wholesaler. Pfizer can guarantee next day delivery if that order is placed to Pfizer through the wholesaler by 3pm EST. If there are any needs, they can contact customer service at 800-533-4535.
  • Sandoz has voriconazole IV available and the capability to use drop shipment. Please contact 1-800-525-8747 for assistance. If you are not able to speak to a live person, please leave a message and that information will be sent to the appropriate Sandoz representative.
  • Astellas has adequate supply of AmBisome (amphotericin B) liposome for injection at their distribution center. If a hospital cannot obtain AmBisome from their local wholesaler, they can place a drop shipment request through the wholesaler. Astellas can guarantee next day delivery if that order is placed to Astellas through the wholesaler by 4pm EST. If there are any needs, they can contact Astellas Medical Information at 1-800-727-7003.

 

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